Talent Development Specialist Jobs

Discover Talent Development Specialist opportunities that help organizations build employee skills, strengthen leadership, and support career growth. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, connecting experienced talent development professionals with employers seeking expertise in learning and organizational effectiveness.

What Talent Development Specialists Do

Talent Development Specialists design and deliver programs that help employees perform, grow, and prepare for future responsibilities. Depending on the organization, the work may include assessing learning needs, developing training materials, coordinating workshops, supporting leadership development, and measuring program outcomes. Specialists often partner with human resources, business leaders, and subject-matter experts to align development initiatives with company goals.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers may look for experience in instructional design, facilitation, learning management systems, coaching, program evaluation, and talent or performance management. Strong communication, project management, analytical, and stakeholder partnership skills are valuable. Requirements vary by role; some positions favor expertise in leadership development, change management, workforce planning, or a particular industry.

Explore Talent Development Careers

Talent development roles can offer opportunities to influence employee engagement, internal mobility, and organizational performance. Browse Ladders for vetted Talent Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$85K - $156K *

Elevate your expertise by driving learning technology strategies and partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and optimize learner experiences through AI...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive growth by owning strategic searches for sales leaders and AEs. Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performing team in our San Francisco office, enhancing our market presence and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion program management excellence by leading strategic planning, overseeing contract execution, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving stakeholder engagement and optimizi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $165K *

Shape the future of youth development by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering community partnerships to enhance student success and economic mobility through innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by implementing innovative talent management strategies, enhancing leadership development, and collaborating with HR and business leaders to drive organizational success and inclusion...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Champion the growth of our GTM organization by partnering with leaders to define roles, anticipate hiring needs, and execute effective searches, ensuring a seamless candidate experience that reflects...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Design and develop innovative software solutions to enhance business processes. Collaborate with senior developers to ensure code quality and adherence to industry standards while utilizing modern met...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance software solutions, collaborating with senior developers to ensure alignment with industry standards and methodologies. Engage in all phases of the development process while workin...

Warren, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in enterprise sales for cloud-based HR solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to exceed revenue goals while fostering strong client relationships...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $182K *

Optimize enterprise learning and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities. Lead a team of specialists in program execution, aligning initiatives with organizational goals while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capabilities and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effectiveness through strategic oversigh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Drive the administration and delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capability and align initiatives with organizational goals. Ensure effective execution and c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Drive the administration and delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capability and align initiatives with organizational goals for effective development and sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Lead the administration of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capability and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effective delivery and continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise learning initiatives that enhance workforce capabilities. Manage a team of specialists to ensure effective program delivery aligned with organizational goals...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capabilities and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effective execution and continuous impro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Optimize workforce capabilities by leading enterprise learning initiatives. Manage a team of specialists to ensure effective program delivery, aligning with organizational goals and enhancing employee...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workforce capabilities through innovative learning and development programs. Lead a skilled team to implement and manage initiatives that align with organizat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise learning programs and managing a team of specialists. Collaborate with stakeholders to align initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring effective delivery a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Shape the future of workforce development by leading enterprise learning initiatives. Manage a team of specialists to ensure effective program delivery, align with organizational goals, and enhance em...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Empower progress at the forefront of enterprise learning initiatives, leading a team to enhance workforce capabilities and align development programs with organizational goals for impactful results...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to align initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring effecti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Lead the design and execution of enterprise learning programs, enhancing workforce capabilities and aligning initiatives with organizational goals. Manage a team to ensure effective delivery and conti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Optimize workforce capabilities by leading enterprise learning initiatives. Manage a team of specialists to ensure effective program delivery, aligning with organizational goals and enhancing employee...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Inspire a culture of learning by leading enterprise development programs. Manage a team to implement initiatives that enhance workforce capabilities and align with organizational goals, ensuring effec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Talent Development Specialist do?question toggle

    A Talent Development Specialist helps employees build skills and advance professionally. Responsibilities may include identifying learning needs, designing or coordinating training, facilitating development programs, and evaluating results.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Talent Development Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek experience in learning and development, instructional design, facilitation, project management, or human resources. Some positions may require a degree or specialized experience in leadership development or organizational effectiveness.

  • What skills are important for Talent Development Specialists?question toggle

    Useful skills include communication, facilitation, instructional design, program management, data analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders. Familiarity with learning management systems and talent development practices can also be valuable.

  • How can I find Talent Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse the Talent Development Specialist listings on Ladders, where jobs are vetted and meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold. Check each posting for current compensation, qualifications, and location information.